Welcome to the Umbria Blog

We are Sylvia and Saskia from Villa in Umbria and we manage the Umbria blog, as well as a holiday rentals website. We live and work in the area, and enjoy sharing our experiences with you.

Umbria is a beautiful region in the centre of Italy. Cities like Perugia, Assisi, Spoleto, Todi and Orvieto anybody will have heard of. We want to give you some insiders view of our daily life in this mainly rural part of Italy. If you ever travel to Umbria you may find some good suggestions here.

We hope you will enjoy this blog. Feel free to leave comments or ask questions!

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5 best things to do in Umbria

There’s a lot to see and do in Umbria where every city or village has its own charm and beauty. The green region has a long cultural heritage and authentic local cuisine. Surely visitors will not be disappointed travelling in Umbria. Based on our own experiences, we have selected 5 best things to do in Umbria to make your stay even more unforgettable. Back to […]

Posted: 13 February 2019
Under: Things to do in Umbria

Shopping at the Valdichiana Outlet Village

Valdichiana Outlet Village Everyone knows Tuscany for its beautiful landscape and culture. Did you know that amongst Italians, it is also known for its clothing outlets? Around Florence, there are some very big brands that have their own outlet (Prada for example). Closer to Umbria is the Valdichiana Outlet Village in Foiano delle Chiana, near the exit of the A1. The Valdichiana Outlet Village is […]

Posted: 19 January 2019
Under: General, Things to do in Umbria

Perugina Chocolate Factory

Perugina is the chocolate factory of the famous Baci Perugina chocolate. It is located in Località San Sisto, about 20 minutes driving from the historical centre of Perugia. The factory in Perugia is the home of chocolate, “la casa del cioccolato”, with an interesting history and of course excellent chocolate. We went for a visit, you can read all about it here. The history of […]

Posted: 15 December 2018
Under: Food and wine, Things to do in Umbria

Sightseeing in Umbria

Umbria is a beautiful Italian region with a lot to see, explore and do. It is the only landlocked region of Italy and also called the green heart of Italy. Its many medieval villages, authentic food and excellent wines are all good reasons for a relaxing holiday.